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  • Year in Review — 2025

    Year in Review — 2025

    As 2025 comes to an end, we reflect on our detachment’s accomplishments, areas for improvement and our impact on our community.  As a method of reflection, we look at the…

  • Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 2025

    Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 2025

    Essex County Leathernecks celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps with local nuance and long standing tradition.

  • This Day in History: The First Marine Corps Marathon

    This Day in History: The First Marine Corps Marathon

    On November 7, 1976 the inaugural marathon was open to 1,175 runners. On October 26, 2025 the 50th Marine Corps Marathon reaffirmed The People’s Marathon is a popular choice for…

  • The Final Inspection: Walter Peterson, Jr.

    The Final Inspection: Walter Peterson, Jr.

    Walter was born on October 24, 1945 and enlisted in the Marine Corps on January 31, 1964. LCpl Peterson served 21 months in Vietnam. As a Marine, Peterson was trained…

  • Remembering PFC Marcus William Stoddard

    Remembering PFC Marcus William Stoddard

    A Marine home on leave and visiting Henry’s Garage (now the local fire station) in Port Henry, NY left a beer in the garage to enjoy when he returned home…

  • Moshe the Service Dog

    Moshe the Service Dog

    Meet Moshe. Moshe is a 5 1/2 year old male Labrador Retriever. He’s also a service dog to  Essex County Leatherneck, Paul Tremblay. Moshe regularly attends our meetings and upon…

  • Happy 250th Birthday America

    Happy 250th Birthday America

    The Marine Corps way of life is rooted in a value system that includes a love for God, Country and Corps. By the ruckus we make celebrating our birthday, you…

  • Toys for Tots and Tiny Tim Fundraiser — Dunk Tank

    Toys for Tots and Tiny Tim Fundraiser — Dunk Tank

    It’s non-profit collaboration time. Essex County Leathernecks, through our Toys for Tots collections, are teaming up with the local Tiny Tim organization again this year. Our joint efforts help support…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more…

  • Saratoga National Park Tour for Veterans

    Saratoga National Park Tour for Veterans

    Essex County Leathernecks enjoy engaging with other local veteran groups. There is something familiar and easy going when veterans get together. Add this to exploring local battle sights and it…

  • Question: Why Did You Join the Marine Corps?

    Question: Why Did You Join the Marine Corps?

    Each year the Marine Corps accepts near 38,000 recruits who try to earn the title of United States Marine. The Marine Corps is the smallest branch of service with a…